Temporary - Inspection Supervisor

Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent plus five (5) years experience in a related field, four (4) of which must be in the specialty area of inspection including one year lead/supervisory experience.
• Education may substitute for experience up to two years

Licenses and Certifications Required:
Certification/license may be required by trade.

Physical Requirements:
Moderate. Tasks involve bending, lifting, walking, carrying or using a force equal to lifting up to fifty (50) pounds.
Notes to Applicants

The Development Services Department ( DSD ) assists homeowners, business owners, and contractors when they build, demolish, remodel or perform any type of construction to ensure compliance with applicable city and building codes.

DSD is seeking a Temporary Telecom Inspection Supervisor. The ideal candidate must be able to exercise sound critical thinking and judgment to handle complex matters regarding utility infrastructure, possess excellent listening, problem-solving, oral, and written communication skills. In addition, the ideal candidate must possess strong consulting and influencing skills with the ability to build trust and maximize relationships with employees, other department staff, contractors, engineers, and stake holders.

Working with the City of Austin provides a number of health and welfare benefits. Please click HERE for more information.

Employment Application: Only complete applications will be considered. Be sure your employment history on the application includes your past job titles, employment dates, and a detailed summary of your job duties, functions and responsibilities. Please take the time to ensure that the application is complete to represent your history and skills/abilities. Although there are posting dates listed, Development Services may close the posting any time after seven days from the initial advertisement. Once a position is closed, no additional applications or application changes will be accepted.

Post Interview Verification: If you are selected as the top candidate for a position, we will be contacting your current and former employer, as well as the references listed in your application. Please do your best to ensure that the contact information on the application is accurate. Top candidates will also be required to provide proof of education from an accredited organization, copies of any professional licenses or certificates listed on the application and a copy of your DD-214 if claiming veteran’s preference.

Driving Requirement: This position requires a Texas Class C driver’s license or the ability to acquire one by your hire date. External New Hires must meet the City of Austin’s Driver Record Evaluation ( DRE ) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months.

THE DEPARTMENT MAY CLOSE THIS JOB POSTING AT ANY TIME AFTER 7 DAYS .
Pay Range
$31.81 - $39.76
Hours
Monday - Friday, 7:45am - 4:15pm;

Job Close Date 05/17/2024 Type of Posting External Department Development Services Regular/Temporary Temporary Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Technical Location 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive, Austin, TX 78752 - PDC Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience:

• Extensive experiences working in a civil construction work unit.
• Ability to convey technical information, via electronic and in-person, to stakeholder groups and City staff.
• Knowledge or experience with developing policies and procedures for commercial and residential projects.
• Proficient in using Microsoft applications, such as Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Ability to work in various weather conditions and terrain (e.g. field work).

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

1. Provides skilled leadership and managerial skills for the designated inspection division and its assigned work group. Provides leadership in the coordination of inspections for residential, commercial, and capital projects in accordance with applicable national, state, and local codes, ordinances, and regulations.
2. Performs field and office support functions for inspectors and ensures compliance with health and safety regulations.
3. Coordinates and initiates programs and training to obtain quality control inspections and meet performance measures.
4. Formulates and writes informational reports.
5. Implements inspection programs involving City Inspectors and third party inspectors. Participates in the development of policies and procedures regarding commercial, residential and capital projects.
6. Coordinates division and section activities with other divisions/sections, other departments, outside contractors, etc. Works with other departments to negotiate change orders within authorized dollar limits.
7. Assist contractors, engineers, and design professionals with interpretation of codes and with other inquiries.
8. Communicate with customers and advise them of code changes. Answers questions related to building codes and other regulatory requirements.
9. Mediates between the city and other project team members to diffuse any hostile conflicts with contractors and/or customers.
10. Ensures inspectors process submittals and keep applicable record documents for assigned projects.
11. Reviews and approves contractor’s estimates for payment. Compares pay application to the project quantity book and previous payments. Reviews all required documents for accuracy and completeness.

Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:
Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of the coordination and integration of the inspection function with other operations and functions of the Department and the City.
• Knowledge of the principles, interpretation and administration of applicable policies, codes, and municipal, state and federal regulations and guidelines.
• Skill in communicating requirements both orally and in writing to architects, contractors, developers and the public.
• Skill in establishing employee relations as well as recognizing and rewarding performance.
• Skill in making accurate measurements and computations and in maintaining records.
• Skills in directing, assigning, and prioritizing the work.
• Skill in preparing clear and concise written reports and in presenting data to provide timely management information.
• Skill in using computers and related software application to record inspection results and research permit and project history.
• Skill in handling conflict and uncertain situations.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with city employees and the public.
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
• Ability to train others.

Criminal Background Investigation This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* This position requires graduation from High School or equivalent plus five (5) years experience in a related field, four (4) of which must be in the specialty area of inspection including one year lead/supervisory experience. Education may substitute for experience up to two years. Do you meet the minimum qualifications for this position?

• Yes
• No

* Please briefly describe your experience in the inspection of civil construction and knowledge of its' practices and principles
(Open Ended Question)
* This position requires moderate. Tasks involve bending, lifting, walking, carrying or using a force equal to lifting up to fifty (50) pounds. Do you meet these physical requirements?

• Yes
• No

* This position requires a valid Texas Class C Driver License. Do you have a valid Texas Class C Driver license or, if selected for this position, do you the ability to acquire a valid Texas Class C Driver license by your hire date?

• Yes
• No

* The City of Austin Driver Eligibility Standards require that external new hires meet the City's Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three (3) moving violations or a total of six (6) Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

* Please describe your experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings and work plans.
(Open Ended Question)
* Are you proficient in using the Microsoft Office applications such as Outlook, Word and Excel?

• Yes
• No

* Do you have the ability to work in various weather conditions and terrain (e.g. field work)?

• Yes
• No

Optional & Required Documents

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